Ancient Asian - Bronze dagger of the Dong Son culture - 1200 / 800 BC

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Ruth Garrido Vila
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Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.

Estimate  € 850 - € 1,000
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Ancient Asian bronze dagger from the Dong Son culture (1200–800 BC), 20.6 cm long, cast bronze with a hole for a haft and two lugs at the guard, mounted on a custom stand; good condition with oxidation and surface wear.

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Description from the seller

Bronze cast dagger, with a typical shape and a hole for the insertion of an ivory or wood hilt. At the guard, two lugs
This magnificent piece of ancient weaponry comes from the Dong Son culture, centered in the Red River valley in northern Vietnam.
Little is known about this culture apart from its bronze casting know-how. Mounted on a custom pedestal.
Size: The dagger itself measures 20.6 cm. Showcased by a bespoke support
Good condition, with oxidation and surface wear.

Old private collection from Brabant.
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, provenance statement seen by Catawiki.

The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, provenance statement seen by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that he is authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary authorizations, such as an export licence, are arranged. (Cultural object passport)
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if this takes more than a few days
All items from the seller are shipped with insurance equal to the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document mentioning provenance.

Seller's Story

Archeologia is a professional seller located in Metropolitan France. specializing in the sale of archaeological objects. All items for sale have been legally acquired and have been subject to an appraisal. An illustrated certificate including the description of the object and the provenance is provided with any object purchased.
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Bronze cast dagger, with a typical shape and a hole for the insertion of an ivory or wood hilt. At the guard, two lugs
This magnificent piece of ancient weaponry comes from the Dong Son culture, centered in the Red River valley in northern Vietnam.
Little is known about this culture apart from its bronze casting know-how. Mounted on a custom pedestal.
Size: The dagger itself measures 20.6 cm. Showcased by a bespoke support
Good condition, with oxidation and surface wear.

Old private collection from Brabant.
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, provenance statement seen by Catawiki.

The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, provenance statement seen by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that he is authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary authorizations, such as an export licence, are arranged. (Cultural object passport)
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if this takes more than a few days
All items from the seller are shipped with insurance equal to the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document mentioning provenance.

Seller's Story

Archeologia is a professional seller located in Metropolitan France. specializing in the sale of archaeological objects. All items for sale have been legally acquired and have been subject to an appraisal. An illustrated certificate including the description of the object and the provenance is provided with any object purchased.
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Details

Culture
Ancient Asian
Century/timeframe
1200/800 avant J.-C.
Name of object
- Bronze dagger of the Dong Son culture - 1200 / 800 BC
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2024
Country acquired from
Belgium
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Previous owner - country acquired from
Belgium
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
FranceVerified
4866
Objects sold
99.42%
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.

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